Dr. Cheryl Mims
California LCSW offering CBT, EFT, and client-centered care
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About
Dr. Cheryl Mims is an LCSW licensed in California with 40 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress and anxiety, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Additional focus areas listed include communication problems, infidelity, veteran and armed forces issues, mood disorders, panic disorder and panic attacks, and social anxiety and phobia. She provides services in English.
Her practice integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy so that each person’s pace and priorities can guide the work. Sessions combine skill-building, attention to emotional experience, and collaborative reflection to explore patterns and develop practical next steps. Dr. Mims emphasizes an approachable professional presence and supports people as they consider changes and challenges.
Licensed under CA LCSW 21288, she offers teletherapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. She is not accepting international clients. Fees vary by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Her practice integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy so that each person’s pace and priorities can guide the work. Sessions combine skill-building, attention to emotional experience, and collaborative reflection to explore patterns and develop practical next steps. Dr. Mims emphasizes an approachable professional presence and supports people as they consider changes and challenges.
Licensed under CA LCSW 21288, she offers teletherapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. She is not accepting international clients. Fees vary by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
- Location:
- California, United States
- Years Experience:
- 40
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Communication problems, Infidelity, Mood disorders
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LCSW 21288
- NPI Number: 1710918677
- License: LCSW (California)
Teletherapy approaches and communication options
Dr. Cheryl Mims blends client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy in online work. Client-centered therapy provides space for individuals to set the pace and topics of sessions while the clinician follows their lead. Cognitive behavioral therapy emphasizes identifying unhelpful thoughts and practicing concrete skills to manage symptoms. Emotionally focused therapy centers on exploring emotional patterns and relationship dynamics to improve understanding and connection.
This mix can suit people who want a balance of practical tools and attention to emotional experience. Dr. Mims frames sessions collaboratively, inviting clients to shape goals and choose which approaches feel most relevant. Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing for flexible communication methods that align with each person’s needs and preferences.
What is Dr. Mims's professional experience?
She has 40 years of professional experience in clinical practice.
What credentials does she hold?
Dr. Cheryl Mims holds the credential LCSW and is licensed as CA LCSW 21288.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are provided in English.
Where is she based?
She is licensed and practices in California.
How can people work with her online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for remote work and uses client-centered, CBT, and EFT approaches.
Does she accept international clients?
No. This profile does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to get started?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin the process.